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3. bitterly adv. Strongly and with a lot of bad feelings Senator Thomas bitterly opposed the movement to design a new state flag.
Parts of speech bitterness n, bitter adj 4. candidate n. Someone who wants to be chosen, especially in an election, for a position In most U.S. elections, there are only two major-party candidates for president.
Usage tips Candidate is often followed by a for phrase. Parts of speech candidacy n 5. coalition n. A group of several different groups or countries that are working together to achieve a certain goal. Several local churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples formed a coalition to promote understanding among people of different religions.
6. contest v. To challenge Dave Roper, who narrowly lost the mayor’s race, contested the results, demanding a recount of the votes.
Usage tips The noun contest can mean a game, especially one played for a prize.
Parts of speech contest n 7. election n. A process in which people choose officials Because of problems with vote-counting four years ago, international observers monitored this year’s election to make sure it was fair.
Parts of speech elect v, elective adj 8. inaugurate v. To bring into public office; to start formally The U.S. president is elected in November but is not inaugurated until the following January.